What’s Happening in the Market? September 2024 Update

September 18 2024

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What's Happening In The Market?
September Updates

Please note: this SFAR data is for Aug 2024

U.S. existing-home sales increased for the first time in 5 months, as lower mortgage rates and rising supply helped boost market activity. According to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), sales of previously owned homes rose 1.3% month-over-month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.95 million units, exceeding economists’ expectations and ending the downward trend of recent months.

New Listings were down 24.6 percent for single family homes and 7.9 percent for Condo/TIC/Coop properties. Pending Sales increased 12.8 percent for single family homes and 22.2 percent for Condo/TIC/Coop properties.

The Median Sales Price was down 3.4 percent to $1,521,000 for single family homes and 4.8 percent to $1,032,500 for Condo/TIC/Coop properties. Months Supply of Inventory decreased 40.9 percent for single family units and 5.3 percent for Condo/TIC/Coop units.

Nationally, total housing inventory edged up 0.8% from the previous month to 1.33 million units heading into August, for a 4.0-month supply at the current sales pace, NAR data shows. Although inventory is up nearly 20% compared to the same time last year, demand continues to outpace supply, putting upward pressure on sales prices. According to NAR, the nationwide median existing-home price rose 4.2% year-over-year to $422,600 at last measure, marking the 13th consecutive month of annual price increases.

San Francisco Condo/TIC/Coop Activity Overview

District 9: Central East Activity Overview

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Sub-District 9 Statistics

Based on Aug SFARMLS month over month data.

Welcome!

For Condos, both for sale and for lease, in the South of Market Area and Mission Bay it's a buyer's market. So, keep your referrals coming! It is a GREAT time to buy! The Federal Reserve cut rates today by .50 basis points. This is significant after the 8% loan rates in 2023.

Real Estate Loans Update:
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) conforming loan limits increase to $766,550 in 2024. Up 5.5% compared to the current limit of $726,200. This is positive for first time home buyers coupled with the recent decrease in mortgage rates. The seller can buy down the loan interest rate for the buyer or contribute to the closing costs.

Please call me any time for information about the neighborhood or current market conditions. I look forward to working with you!

CA Real Estate Change

The National Association of Realtor’s (NAR) settlement agreement, is in effect. The buyer's agent compensation will be established during negotiations.

Previously, the buyer’s and seller’s agents would split the commission. Going forward:

the Buyer will pay their agent
the Seller will pay their agent

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I am thrilled to share my extraordinary experience working with Jane Hopkins, a truly exceptional real estate agent who transformed my condo into a modern masterpiece. From the moment we began, Jane demonstrated an unparalleled vision and dedication that redefined my property.

What started as a condo with outdated shag carpet and faux plaster walls was meticulously reimagined into a sleek, elegant space featuring white engineered floors and smooth white walls. This remarkable transformation extended to two bathrooms and a kitchen, all upgraded to reflect contemporary style and sophistication.

Navigating the sale of my condo during a challenging real estate market with interest rates at 7% and concerns about the future of San Francisco's South of Market area was no small feat. However, Jane’s patience, perseverance, and expert negotiation skills ensured that we successfully closed the sale despite multiple challenging offers.

If you are considering buying or selling a property, I wholeheartedly recommend Jane. Her visionary approach, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to her clients make her the ideal partner in any real estate endeavor. Working with Jane was an absolute pleasure, and I am confident she will exceed your expectations just as she did mine.

- C.F., Seller -